At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Buyers in merchandise planning and inventory strategy while analysing sales data.
- Company: Join Sports Direct, a leading sportswear retailer making waves in Australia and New Zealand.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, training, and mentorship in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities to grow and connect with global brands.
- Why this job: Be at the heart of fashion and sports retail, influencing trends and stock strategies.
- Qualifications: Strong Excel skills, retail experience, and a passion for fashion and sport.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 65000 $ per year.
Are you ready to be part of one of the world’s most iconic sportswear retailers as we take on a brand-new frontier in Australia and New Zealand? Sports Direct, powered by Accent Group, is bringing its bold energy, big brands, and unbeatable value to ANZ – and we’re on the hunt for a Buyer's Assistant to make an impact.
This is more than just a support role. It’s your opportunity to sit at the heart of the action – supporting our Buyers, owning reporting, influencing stock strategies, and helping shape the future of sports and fashion retail in the region.
What You’ll Do:
- Partner with our Buyers to assist in merchandise planning, buying cycles, and inventory strategy
- Provide detailed product and sales analysis that influences the product mix across stores
- Generate weekly sales reports, trade dashboards, inventory insights, and post-season sales analysis
- Identify trends, risks, and new opportunities through real-time data
- Manage the Buying Process from End to End
- Input purchase orders, manage supplier timelines, track deliveries, and ensure product data is always spot-on
- Work closely with global brands to bring top-tier sportswear and fashion to local shelves
Brand & Supplier Relationships
- Build relationships with the world’s biggest sports brands
- Act as a key point of contact, ensuring seamless communication and results-driven collaboration
- Keep our systems tight with flawless EDI protocol, hierarchy management, and accurate reporting
- Communicate with stores and visit regularly to stay in tune with the local pulse
Who You Are:
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills (AP21 knowledge a plus!)
- Experience in a retail buying office or merchandise function
- Sharp analytical mind with a love for data and detail
- Passionate about fashion, sport, and streetwear
- An incredible communicator, relationship builder, and multi-tasker
- Excited to grow in a fast-paced, high-performance environment
Why Join Accent Group?
- Be part of a global powerhouse entering a new, dynamic market
- Work with big-name brands, trendsetters, and leaders in the sports/fashion space
- Accelerate your career with training, mentorship, and room to grow
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